Similar to other phones manufactured by the Korean maker, the GALAXY Fit has the Samsung TouchWiz UI on top of Android. This is only a preview, and we won't go at length about this custom interface, and yet it's worth mentioning that it offers 7 screens, a 3 x 4 menu grid rather than horizontal list (which is the norm with the green robot), some widgets and a few more perks.

The interface of the Samsung GALAXY Fit

One thing we're pleased about is that the 600MHz processor gets the job done, and the Samsung GALAXY Fit executes all processes in a quick manner, which is even more pleasing given the fact this is only a prototype. Sadly, the build-in memory of this phone is only 160MB, so a microSD card is a must

Dialpad

Phonebook

Messaging:

The Samsung GALAXY Fit keypad looks a bit passe, but we don't really mind that. What we do mind, though, is that typing a message on the keyboard is one very irritating experience. Even though the screen is a responsive one, the virtual letters are way too small and occasional typo mistakes are unavoidable. Moreover, Samsung didn't leave any room for numbers, so the only way to type "1" is to hold the "r" letter. The same applies for dashes, hyphens and so on. This is to say that if your password is (for example) we-217-gotta_12, it would take a lot of time (and cause a massive amount of irritation) to type it properly. Nevertheless, we hope this issue will be addressed in the retail version of the phone.

Luckily, Samsung added Swype support, which works just fine, and is a cure for the above-mentioned problems. However, if you are not much of a swyper, you will surely face a few problems with the virtual keyboard.

Swype keyboard

Internet and Connectivity:

The Samsung GALAXY Fit offers all the connectivity options we have come to expect from phones like this one - 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 and A-GPS.

The overall browsing experience with the Samsung GALAXY Fit suffers considerably from the low resolution of the 3.3-inch screen, and text is not very legible. You have to zoom-in considerably to read a web page comfortably, but at least pinch-to-zoom is supported.

The Samsung GALAXY Fit takes advantage of the stock Froyo browser, which seems to offer all basic features you actually need. What's even more important is that everything runs smoothly on this phone.

Web browsing on the Samsung GALAXY Fit

Camera and Multimedia:

The GALAXY Fit packs a 5MP camera that doesn't offer flash and in our prototype unit some features like white balance were missing. Despite that, we're pleased with its performance, and in good conditions this camera produces photos with vivid and natural-looking colors.

Outdoor samples shot with the Samsung GALAXY Fit

Strong

Medium

Low light

Indoor samples

The same can't be said about the video recording capabilities of the Samsung GALAXY Fit - it shoots videos in 240 x 320 with a fps rate of 15 or to put it in another way - the end result is some truly appalling videos. Still, we've tested a prototype unit so the final one might put up a slightly better performance.

Samsung GALAXY Fit Sample Video:

There are no surprises with the music player, as it's the standard Android one - it doesn't excel with some amazing features or UI, and yet it covers all standard needs. As this is not a retail unit, earphones weren't included in the package, but nevertheless we tested the GALAXY Fit with our own earphones - and the music experience was of average quality. Of course, this is not a final verdict, so things may change a bit when we test the final version of this phone.

The GALAXY Fit's gallery is a good one as it offers an easy-to-use interface and some features like slideshow and pinch-to-zoom options.

Battery life is definitely one of the Samsung GALAXY Fit's strong points - even though the unit we tested was a prototype one, we are delighted it got us through a full day of heavy usage and still wasn't in a desperate need of juice.

Expectations:

Our bet is this handset will position itself between the low and mid-end segment of the market. Its quality construction, good camera for its class, the lack of lag and great battery life are all pros, but on the other hand, the low resolution, the uncomfortable virtual keyboard (this one may be sorted out in the final version, though) and the awful video recording capabilities make us wonder whether the Samsung GALAXY Fit will be able to stand its ground against the competitors in its class.

Furthermore, it may be a bit hard to differentiate this handset from the other budget GALAXY phones that were launched at the same time (the Ace, the mini and the Gio), but as this is only a prototype unit, we would wait a little bit longer before we give the final verdict on the Samsung GALAXY Fit.

2.enigma165 (unregistered)

I just bought this phone for 9900 INR here in India. LG Optimus One sells for 11700 INR and is currently not readily available. So, the LG Optimus One is about 20% more expensive. Going by the budget limits (10000 INR) and my requirements (some online work at workplace mainly like looking up for drug dosages etc. with no special interest for games or videos), Samsung Galaxy Fit was the best buy for a low range smartphone. Till now, experience has been very good.

3.Ankit Kumar (unregistered)

4.Rozer (unregistered)

I bought samsung galaxt fit.One small doubt is there,anyone can help me,
In my mobile wi-fi is in on,but after getting IP address remenbering immediately showing 'DISABLED' so im unble to use Wi-fi, can I change any settings?

But the only issue is why samsung not provided a flash with camera because camera is nice and take very good snaps & videos if flash is their then this is one of the top est phone in "andriod 2 foryo budget phone".

9.Katie (unregistered)

i just bought the phone today, and looks very flash. it has a really sensitive screen for a low budget phone, and so far i am really inpressed with it. the camera is a touch screen which i was worried about, but its self focus is good and i am impressed. there is no real good zoom, but it didn't bother me, unless you use it below 5 megapixel. it has message conservations which is good as weel. all in all for the price i would rate it very well.

the only thing i need To know To decide buying between the galaxy mini and fit IS which one has better loudspeaker and sound quality . can you please help me out with that? so i can regain sleep again ha ha p.d so far in those two reviews i rode that galaxy mini calling quality IS supreme than fit's IS that also true?? Thank you.

14.Balu (unregistered)

27.BALLI (unregistered)

yes. the galaxy fit can be upgraded from android 2.2(froyo) to android 2.3(gingerbread). just type in google-'how to upgrade samsung galaxy fit to gingerbread' and search it. then go to ur desired link and follow the instructions of upgradation.

17.byshcandy (unregistered)

aniki..
please do not go for the dell xcd 35 phone. the phone hangs automatically often. the app support and the battery life is very poor. all in all a great blunder by dell. the samsung is a better option. one of my frnd owns it and its going on great..

20.s (unregistered)

21.Rajesh I (unregistered)

22.nish (unregistered)

i recently purchased galaxy fit
its battery life is not gud
even when i keep GPS wi fi off all the time, and clear RAM
also i keep all applications close when not in use
is there any way of increasing battery life

23.Tirtha (unregistered)

24.Mallikarjun (unregistered)

I am satisfied with everything in the phone but the battery "Bull s**t". I hardly speak for one hour a day and send messages about 50, i don't even use other apps. still i cant get the battery life of 1 day. Then whats the use, without battery.

38.mohan kumar (unregistered)

Hi, i bought galaxy fit, nice phone, i am able to connect it to samsung WEP450 bluetooth device, but not able to listen the music via the bluetooth device. Can anybody Please Help me to sort it out......

39.Bhatia (unregistered)

recently bought but are was surprised to see that it does not come with a operator manual. The PC Connectivity software given along with it extremely slow. Virtually no support from Samsung call center. Very bad decision to buy this phone. Don't recommend this to anybody.

41.govinda agrawal (unregistered)

42.LOAC (unregistered)

Please help.... I am having problems with my Galaxy Fit when I send texts it is very hit and miss and it keeps saying failed SMS ... This is my second phone and was the reason the first phone was replaced as I had only bought it recently.... The first Fit had an older version software and there was no problem until I updated to the newer version .. I have tried another sim card and the problem was still there... There is no problem with the signal and I can call out and receive messages just not send them when I want !!!

44.Galaxyfitmail (unregistered)

I'm unable to set up rediffmail account on my Galaxy Fit.Every time I enter the userid and password,it says incorrect userid and password(they are correct,I checked many times).Also,gmail account is not updated regularly.Can anyone help?Thanks in advance

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